Job Description
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About Us
The Tetra Society of North America builds custom assistive devices for people with disabilities. We recruit skilled volunteers who work one-on- one with people to develop devices for someone's specific need where there aren't any commercially available solutions.
Our goal is to provide individuals living with disabilities the opportunities to expand their environments by removing barriers which prevent them from reaching their goals.
The Position
Currently seeking a Chapter Coordinator to support the activities of a volunteer group that designs and builds custom assistive devices for people with disabilities. At the core of Tetra are the personal relationships, key to developing devices that genuinely meet the needs of people with disabilities. The following is a summary of responsibilities for the Chapter Coordinator position.
The Chapter Coordinator will work with other volunteers, the Regional Coordinator and the National Program Coordinator to accomplish these tasks. The Fredericton Chapter Coordinator is supported by (and reports to) the Atlantic Regional Coordinator and National Coordinator.
Compensation will be a monthly $300 honorarium, based on approximately 12 to 15 hours per month.
Responsibilities
- RECRUIT MEMBERS VOLUNTEERS AND PROJECTS: Call health organizations, occupational therapists, disabilities groups and associations. Forward Tetra brochures and other relevant information. Recruit technically skilled volunteers that can effectively complete project requests and outreach volunteers to support recruitment and awareness.
- RAISE AWARENESS: Make presentations to appropriate groups in the community to raise awareness of Tetra’s services and benefits.
- PUBLICITY: Contact local media (ie. newspapers, radio, television) to secure positive coverage of successful projects, partnerships and outstanding volunteers.
- COORDINATE MONTHLY MEETING: It will be your responsibility to maintain contact, provide support, and motivation to volunteers. When a chapter has sufficient requests and volunteers to warrant a meeting, host a monthly volunteer meeting to match members and volunteers, to allow volunteers to socialize and exchange ideas and solutions. In the absence of regular monthly meetings, contact volunteers individually to respond to Request for Assistance Forms.
- REPORTING TO HEAD OFFICE: Once a month, submit a brief report on activities using the appropriate report forms (including, activity reports, project reports and expenses).
- DOCUMENTATION & REPORTING: Be sure all technical volunteers and persons requesting RFAs fill out forms properly and send copies to head office with report. Ensure the technical volunteers document their projects through photographs and diagrams or drawings.
- INFORMATION: Distribute and disseminate information as requested.
- FUNDRAISE: Fundraise, as necessary, on behalf of local chapter to provide for operating expenses.
Requirements
- Self-motivated individual who can work remotely
- Knowledgeable around disability and assistive devices
- Detail oriented and highly organized
- Experience with outreach, volunteer recruitment and retention
- Clear and concise communication and presentation skills
- Comfortable with computers and technology (including office programs and videoconferencing), with strong administrative skills
- Experience with print, radio, and social media is an asset
- Track record of working successfully in a team environment
- Able to work independently
- Nonprofit sector experience is an asset
- Current student or graduate of university degree, college diploma, certificate or other related educational program is an asset. (Examples of programs are occupational therapy, recreation or music therapy, other health and rehabilitation related fields, engineering, technology, trades, crafts, public relations, communications, journalism, etc)
- Must be located in Fredericton area
- Weekend work may be necessary
- After hours work may be necessary
- Successful completion of related background check(s)
If you’re looking for an opportunity to be part of an organization that is reimagining the possibilities for full inclusion of people with disabilities in our communities, we want to hear from you. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Please note that only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Applications are accepted at any time and reviewed as received.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Part-time hours: 3.75 per week
Salary: $300.00 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Work from home
Application question(s):
- Are you located in or around Fredericton, New Brunswick? (Job requirement)
Experience:
- Non profit: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Remote